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LOT 1242
Western Asiatic Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String
CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
12 1/4 in. (3.19 grams, 31 cm).
Composed of small cylindrical beads with a lozenge-shaped pendant, restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx late Japanese gentleman's private collection, 1970-2010.
Accompanied by a previously illustrated catalogue card with provenance.
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LOT 1242
Western Asiatic Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
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Western Asiatic and Other Ancient Gold Beads
1st millennium B.C. and laterEstimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Mixed group of beads, including granulated, oblate, tubular, and other types. 7.17 grams total, 2-9 mm
Ex late Japanese gentleman's collection, 1970-2010. -
Seljuk Silver Ring with Gilt Cross
11th-12th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Comprising a D-section hoop with expanding shoulders, a gilt shield with scrolls on each shoulder, and a low-relief cross expanding across the bezel with scrollwork background. 7.68 grams, 24.33 mm overall, 17.70 x 18.33 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
Acquired on the European art market. -
Western Asiatic Lapis Lazuli Head of a Bull
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Carved in the round with indented nostrils and mouth, domed eyes, horns spread above the ears; mounted on a custom-made stand. 170 grams total, bull: 34 mm, 89 mm high including stand
Acquired on the American (?) art market. Private collection, London, UK.
